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Tapas & canapé catering in Weston-on-the-Green, Oxfordshire

Paella for every guest: separate pans for meat, seafood and vegetarian or vegan guests. Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Weston-on-the-Green.

  • Drinks parties and receptions
  • Anniversary parties
  • Tapas with a paella main course

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Tapas catering for Weston-on-the-Green events

Why live cooking beats a buffet

A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are relaxed and sociable. Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so your choice of paellas affects the total. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.

Why us?

  • Served hot, straight from the pan
  • A quote that spells everything out
  • Live cooking, not reheated food
  • Crockery and waiting staff if you need them

Read Our pricing Or Our guide to catering costs.

Tapas catering for your event in Weston-on-the-Green

Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. Whether it is receptions and drinks parties and work receptions, we can cook croquetas, gambas al ajillo and padrón peppers and more.

For a country party near Weston-on-the-Green, tapas and sangria set the mood. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.

Small canapés on a long wooden serving board
Location
Weston-on-the-Green (OX25)
Region
Oxfordshire
Dietary options
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
Extras
Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
Price
Ask us for a quote
Page updated
23 October 2026

Planners, venues and businesses

If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.

Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers: where cooking is allowed, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.

The process

The cooking is part of the entertainment. Onion, garlic, peppers and tomato go in first, then the stock and saffron, then the rice, which cooks without stirring. Evening receptions in Weston-on-the-Green stay light until about 9:00pm in late May and 9:30pm in late June, so canapés can go round outdoors on a summer evening.

  1. Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
  2. You get a suggested selection and a price.
  3. On the day, we set up and prepare the hot tapas there.
  4. Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
  5. Afterwards, our equipment is cleared away.

Getting ready for the day

  • Pick a flat, firm spot for us to cook
  • Give us your final numbers and diets
  • Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable

Getting a price

To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Weston-on-the-Green, and we will put together a menu and price.

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Diets, allergies and planning

We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:

  • Ask guests about diets and allergies
  • Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
  • Separate seafood dishes from the rest
  • Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event

Staff keep the canapés coming.

Crockery and serving dishes.

Space, weather and the venue

No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:

  • Space to finish hot dishes
  • Access to unload near the serving area
  • Permission from the venue

If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and we’ll say what we think.

Menu ideas

  • Patatas bravas
  • Albóndigas
  • Padrón peppers
  • Serrano ham
  • Manchego & membrillo
  • Chorizo in red wine
  • Olives & bread
  • Croquetas
  • Gambas al ajillo
  • Tortilla española

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Dishes our guests love

Gambas al ajillo

Prawns sizzled in garlic and olive oil with a little chilli.

Croquetas

Croquetas disappear fast.

Weston-on-the-Green: venues and local tips

Weston-on-the-Green is about 4 miles south-west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. For tapas catering in Weston-on-the-Green, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. We cover 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 8 miles away.

For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Islip station, about 2.7 miles south.

Here we cover the OX25 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Church Road, Blacksmiths Close and Westlands Avenue or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. If your venue is just outside Weston-on-the-Green, we also cover Weston Otmoor (1 mile east), Bletchingdon (2 miles west), Kirtlington (2 miles west), Hampton Poyle (3 miles south-west) and Islip (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (8 miles south), Banbury (15 miles north), Bicester (4 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south), Witney (12 miles south-west) and Thame (14 miles south-east).

Other landmarks nearby include Bicester Community Hospital (3.7 miles north-east) and Bicester Avenue (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Woodsides Meadow and Graven Hill.

Map of Weston-on-the-Green © OpenStreetMap contributors

FAQs for Weston-on-the-Green

Is Weston-on-the-Green too small for live paella?

No, we cook in small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.

Is Weston-on-the-Green close to London?

About 55 miles from central London.

Do you cook tapas on site?

Yes, hot dishes are finished at the venue.

Do you cover Weston-on-the-Green?

Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Weston-on-the-Green is within our area. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.

How long do you need on site?

That depends on your menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.

How many tapas per person?

Quantities depend on timing and courses. Give us the details for a suggestion.

Can we add tapas or canapés?

Yes. Canapés with drinks or tapas for the tables, while the rice is cooking.

Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?

Lots. Tortilla, bravas and Manchego are popular vegetarian choices.

How we price tapas catering

Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:

  • Distance and access to the venue
  • How many guests are eating
  • Waiting and bar staff
  • Whether you need crockery

If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.

What we need to know

You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:

  • Which courses you have in mind
  • Roughly how many adults and children
  • The date and rough timings
  • A photo of the space, if you can

Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many guests, along with any dietary needs, and you will get a menu idea and a price. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.

Occasions we cook for in Weston-on-the-Green

They make a perfect starter before paella.

If you are planning any of these, we can help:

  • Evening sharing boards
  • Launches and office parties
  • Anniversary parties
  • Sharing tapas starters

Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary.

What to look for in a quote

  • The wet-weather plan
  • How each diet is kept separate
  • The deposit and payment dates
  • Whether travel is included

Our caterer checklist

  • Cooked live in giant pans at your event
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
  • Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
  • Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff

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